The Accidental Name: How Mailchimp Almost Became ChimpMail It’s a story many entrepreneurs can relate to: the perfect business name, the vision, the passion… and then, the dreaded realization that the corresponding domain name is already taken. This week, while listening to Guy Raz’s excellent podcast, How I Built This, I stumbled upon a fascinating … Read more
Andrew Miller on the Evolution of Domain Investing: From Beer.com to Modern Branding Join us for an insightful conversation with Andrew Miller, a true pioneer in the world of domain investing. Andrew made his mark early on, acquiring and successfully selling premium domains like beer.com, shop.com, and diamond.com, among many other valuable digital assets. In … Read more
May the 4th Be With You: Celebrating Star Wars Day with Namecheap May the 4th is upon us, and for Star Wars fans around the globe, that means one thing: it’s time to celebrate the galaxy far, far away! Here at Namecheap, we’re huge Star Wars enthusiasts, and we couldn’t let this special day pass … Read more
Exclusive Domain Auction: Numbers Only – Secure Your Digital Asset Sedo, a leading domain aftermarket platform, is thrilled to announce an exclusive domain name auction, set to take place from November 27th to December 4th. This unique auction will showcase a curated selection of domain names consisting exclusively of numbers. This presents a golden opportunity … Read more
Tucows Stock Soars After Reverse Stock Split: A Detailed Analysis Tucows shares are currently trading near $13.00, demonstrating significant momentum in the market. Tucows, a prominent player in the domain name industry, has experienced a notable surge in its stock price on the NASDAQ following a strategic reverse stock split. This move aims to enhance … Read more
Reverse Domain Name Hijacking? Bosch’s UDRP Complaint Against Tucows Raises Eyebrows The recent Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP) complaint filed by manufacturing giant Robert Bosch GmbH against Tucows, the internet services and domain name registrar, concerning the domain name bosch.net has sparked considerable debate. The complaint, which alleged cybersquatting, has been widely criticized … Read more
GoDaddy Rebrands: Dropping .com from Logo for a Future Beyond Traditional Domains In a move that signals a significant shift in the domain name landscape, GoDaddy, the world’s largest domain registrar, has announced that it will be dropping the iconic “.com” from its logo. This decision, revealed by GoDaddy CEO Blake Irving at the Registry … Read more
Meter: Revolutionizing Business Internet with a Premium Domain Meter, leveraging the power of Meter.com, recently secured significant Series B funding. The internet has undeniably woven itself into the very fabric of our daily lives. Over the past two decades, its influence has grown exponentially, becoming an indispensable tool for both personal and professional endeavors. The … Read more
The Undeniable Power of Big Tech: When Deplatforming Leaves Users Adrift The recent deplatforming of Epik by PayPal sparked a crucial debate about the immense power held by big tech companies. When I first heard about PayPal’s decision to cease services for Epik, two thoughts immediately came to mind. Initially, I felt a sense of … Read more
DNForum Hacked: Leading Domain Name Forum Targeted in Cyber Attack DNForum, the internet’s most prominent and extensive forum dedicated to domain names, has been compromised in a recent hacking incident. This breach has sent ripples through the domaining community, raising concerns about security and data protection within the industry. The attack bears striking similarities to … Read more
